2015 Programs

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten

Ongoing Program

The 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten ongoing program encourages you to read 1,000 books to your child before he or she enters kindergarten. Just read three books a day for one year and it will add up to over 1,000 books! Stop by Youth Services to register your child and pick up a reading log! (R)

With our new WeDo LEGO Construction Sets and software, you will be able to build and program your project. Meet in the main level Computer Room in the Adult Services Department. *You must have done the Dancing Birds, Smart Spinners and Drumming Monkey projects to register for this program. (R)

You never heard Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood and the Three Little Pigs told like this before...until now! We'll be reading some classic fairy tales with a fractured twist and finish this storytime with a fun craft. (R)

Meet, Share, Play (Newborn to 18 months)

Tuesday, April 7 • 9:30 a.m.

Parents, caregivers, grandparents! This is a special time for you to come and meet other people and their babies. Share your concerns, ideas, tips and experiences. (NR)

Join us for a lively discussion about a great book. All who register can pick up the book that we will be discussing at the Youth Services Reference Desk beginning March 16. (R)

Kids Movie Night (All Ages)

Thursday, April 16 • 6:00 p.m.

Share a children's movie with the family for free! (NR)

Pet Expo (All Ages)

Saturday, April 18 • 1:00 p.m.

Join us for our annual Pet Expo. Shelters like Save-A-Pet, animal rescue groups and other animal organizations will be here to give information. You will have the opportunity to meet some great animals. (NR)

Meet, Share, Play (Newborn to 18 months)

Tuesday, April 21 • 9:30 a.m.

Parents, caregivers, grandparents! This is a special time for you to come and meet other people and their babies. Share your concerns, ideas, tips and experiences. (NR)

With our new WeDo LEGO Construction Sets and software, you will be able to build and program your project. Meet in the main level Computer Room in the Adult Services Department. *You must have done the Dancing Birds, Smart Spinners and Drumming Monkey projects to register for this program. (R)

In honor of Earth Week, Jim Galeno will bring his amazing animals to the library. Learn about these animals from Jim: python, tortoise, alligator and more! Don't miss this great experience. (R)

-MAY-

Free Comic Book Day (All Ages)

Saturday, May 2 • All Day (while supplies last)

Come in to the Youth Department and pick up a free comic book (limited selection) at the Youth Reference Desk in celebration of Free Comic Book Day. The free comics are sponsored by Dreamland Comics located in Libertyville. (NR)

Meet, Share, Play (Newborn to 18 months)

Tuesday, May 5 • 9:30 a.m.

Parents, caregivers, grandparents! This is a special time for you to come and meet other people and their babies. Share your concerns, ideas, tips and experiences. (NR)